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Ocean View overlooking Vivonne Bay - minutes' walk to beach

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On the beach, beach towels
On the beach, beach towels
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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 880 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ocean View overlooking Vivonne Bay - minutes' walk to beach

Ocean View on the south coast of Kangaroo Island is in a magnificent setting overlooking beautiful Vivonne Bay with the acclaimed beach just minutes’ walk away. Our modern and spacious holiday house offers self-catering accommodation with three bedrooms furnished with two queen beds and four bunk beds.

The fully equipped kitchen includes new Miele appliances (ceramic cooktop, ducted rangehood & fan-forced oven), microwave oven, a large capacity fridge/freezer and an espresso machine with ground coffee supplied. Other appliances include an electric frypan and rice cooker. A laundry sink in the bathroom and washing line are available for guest use. Access to the washing machine used by our cleaner can be arranged for stays of four nights or longer (noting our limited rainwater supply).

Free WiFi is included, taking advantage of broadband Internet available in Vivonne Bay, along with Foxtel satellite television and a large widescreen smart TV. Also a Bluetooth player which provides smartphone connectivity to fill the house with your favourite music.

The open-plan living area features an 8-seat acacia dining table with panoramic window views towards Vivonne Bay and Point Ellen. Cypress pine flooring is installed in the living area, bedrooms and passageway.

Our three bedrooms provide options for one or two couples or a large family with kids (or adults) in the bunkroom. An infant cot can be set up on request along with a highchair.

The house is comfortable year-round with ducted reverse cycle air-conditioning together with an overhead fan in the living area. Dual control electric blankets are fitted to the queen beds along with MiniJumbuk wool quilts for cosy winter nights. Extra pillows and blankets are available. A pedestal fan and ironing board are kept in the bunkroom.

The outside deck faces the Southern Ocean with stunning 180 degree views towards Nobby Islet and Cape Gantheaume, sweeping around to Point Ellen and the Vivonne Bay jetty [illuminated at night]. The deck is equipped with a table setting and a versatile 3-burner gas BBQ. A great spot to enjoy morning coffee and alfresco meals. And waves crashing against the rocks at Point Ellen, and viewing gorgeous sunrises and sunsets. The deck also offers startling views of the night sky and Milky Way (no light pollution).

The house is set on the edge of coastal reserve amidst lush coastal vegetation bordering the beach with no intervening properties. Local wildlife abounds with Tammar wallabies being frequent visitors below the deck. Various species of birds flit about including honeyeaters, superb fairywrens and endearing little striated pardalotes. We have made nests for pardalotes which are prevalent in Spring and Summer.

Ocean View is perfectly located to enjoy the attractions offered by Vivonne Bay including walks along the pristine beach, swimming, surfing and fishing from the beach, jetty or nearby Harriet River. We are also centrally located relative to Kangaroo Island’s major tourist attractions, with Raptor Domain and Seal Bay lying to the east and Kelly Hill Caves, Admirals Arch, Remarkable Rocks and Flinders Chase National Park to the west. KI Wildlife Park, Stokes Bay and Hidden Beach lie to the north.

Local facilities include the Vivonne Bay General Store, jetty and boat ramp. Mobile phone coverage is provided by Optus and Telstra, noting the Telstra signal is weak in Vivonne Bay.

Ocean View is an easy ~70 minute drive from the ferry terminal at Penneshaw and 40 minutes from Kingscote Airport.

We welcome you to Ocean View which we opened for guest accommodation in December 2017. Lying in bed at night and being lulled to sleep by the sound of breaking waves is an experience to be remembered.

Property manager

Ian

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Espresso maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Strictly no smoking inside the house.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Boat on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 861 sq ft (80 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Infant cot can be set up on request

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Ocean View Overlooking Vivonne
Ocean View Overlooking Vivonne Bay Guesthouse
Ocean View Overlooking Vivonne Bay Vivonne Bay
Ocean View Overlooking Vivonne Bay Guesthouse Vivonne Bay
228478

About the neighborhood

Map
Vivonne Bay, SA

What's nearby

  • Vivonne Bay Beach - 5 min walk
  • Vivonne Bay Conservation Park - 11 min drive
  • Raptor Domain - 11 min drive
  • Flinders Chase National Park - 35 min drive
  • Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park - 46 min drive

Getting around

  • Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vivonne Bay General Store - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Andermel Marron - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean View overlooking Vivonne Bay - minutes' walk to beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean View overlooking Vivonne Bay - minutes' walk to beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean View overlooking Vivonne Bay - minutes' walk to beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean View overlooking Vivonne Bay - minutes' walk to beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Vivonne Bay vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Vivonne Bay Beach and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Vivonne Bay Conservation Park. Little Sahara and Kelly Hill Conservation Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Ocean View overlooking Vivonne Bay - minutes' walk to beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 67 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Maria S., Adelaide

Amazing!
We absolutely loved this place. Awesome view and amazing quality, we loved this place. We enjoyed feeding the wallabies and watching the birds take a bath.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hugh S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Excellent time at Ocean View.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness
So glad we stayed here!
Best place to stay. House was so warm in winter and loved the wallabies.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
On the sand dune with great views!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Marga T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
The property was very comfortably and the location was fabulous ,overlooking the bay. All in all our stay was wonderful, but we had reason to have dealings with the owner. He proved to be very difficult to deal with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noelene B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommended
Lovely house in a great location. Very helpful host
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally W., Melbourne Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb beach/bush stay
We had 10 days at Vivonne which allowed us to enjoy many of the amazing vistas and places on KI within a reasonable driving distance. An additional bonus staying at this place was the great variety of bird life we saw, it was a a real treat.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Immersed in nature--fantastic vistas and wildlife
If you enjoy nature and wildlife: this is it! My daughter (20) and I spent three nights here in February. Ian provided helpful area information in advance. The BEST (in addition to the ocean view and walks on the beach) was the wildlife: various types of birds splashing in the plate of water on the deck and a "mob" of Tammar Wallabies who greeted us each morning and evening. Precious.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

mim m.

False advertising/statement regarding facilities
We paid the full Non refundable cost only to be advised by the owner that there is NO Spa Whirlpool or Hot tub as advertised. He also added sarcastically that there was no Gymnasium!! That the main reason we booked this property. There was not even a Bath in the Shower room/Laundry. Hot water tap in Shower was faulty and not fixed. No Shampoo provided, no additional rubbish bags, mattress uncomfortable, old uncomfortable Lounge chairs, old damaged rug, mouldy outdoor setting, only 3 beach towels for 4 people, no books to read.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine S. S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views of the Southern Ocean across Vivonne Bay
An excellent base to explore Kangaroo Island the National Parks, walking trails, the wildlife and pristine beaches, wineries and cafes. It can be windy, but snug inside and great views over the protected native scrub reserve and out onto the bay.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home in great location
Our family of four had the most amazing stay. The home is designed well for guests to enjoy the outlook and seaview from both the balcony and the lounge/ living area. We thoroughly enjoyed the visiting wildlife and the location is so peaceful. This beach house is well thought out and has everything you need. Perfect location for visiting the Island highlights such as Remarkable Rocks, Seal Conversation area and Admirals Arch. So good that we already are planning another visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerome S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great holiday house
The stay was very good. The location is exceptional and the facilities were good. The house was in fine order and included some extras, such as Foxtel and wifi. Overall I highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

kristine m.

Liked: Cleanliness
tranquility
fabulous location to relax and explore KI. Great view and comfortable accomodation, perfect quiet getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marisa J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Oceanview was amazing!
Our family of four loved our stay at Oceanview. It was probably the best located house to stay in at Vivonne Bay with the beach just a walk down the steps and the jetty a short drive away. The communication with Ian and Ann was fantastic and they responded to messages promptly. The house was clean and exactly as described. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Very nicely kept property. Everything was there for the kitchen and bathroom. Beds comfortable. 3 bedrooms, one bathroom nice kitchen,loads of information and the view to take your breath away. Heaps of birds and wallabies below.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous location couldn't have asked for more
Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip to Kangaroo Island
Excellent property - perfect for our stay with grandparent and 3 kids. Good location for main attractions in southwest of island, lovely wildlife that comes to the door and full spec kitchen for making meals - including brand new Miele cooker/oven. Ian was excellent as a host and provided some great information and check-in experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvette M., St. Louis, MO USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place
It's our second time staying here. The best view. Bring carrots to feed the wallabies at dusk off the back porch. Nice clean place with everything you need.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
We had a wonderful stay. Great view from the dining area, and the house well proportioned, with everything you could possibly need. The kids loved the wallabies who made a regular appearance each evening. Located so close to the beach! We found Vivonne Bay a good base to explore the island from.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie R., Adelaide, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay at Ocean View!
Amazing, cosy property with wonderful views and gorgeous wildlife.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Great house in perfect location to see all kangaroo Island has to offer
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

JENNY M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Slice of paradise
Most amazing place. Everything you could want from a holiday rental. The amazing pictures online are better in real time. Highly recommend and possibly the best spot in Vivonne Bay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique rural setting with 180 degree ocean view, wallabies and native birds regular visitors, excellent amenities.

10/10 Excellent

Val H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magnificent Location
Well located spacious living area, great deck. Two minutes to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location, excellent house
Superb spot to enjoy a holiday. The location is amazing. And the house was excellent, very well looked after, everything we needed to have a comfortable and enjoyable stay! Many thanks to Ian and Ann! They were super easy to contact and very friendly. Thankyou😁👍
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2022